Vestil AHA-KIT User Manual

rev. 1/10/2013 Come-along, manual

VESTIL MANUFACTURING CORP.

2999 North Wayne Street, P.O. Box 507, Angola, IN 46703

Telephone: (260) 665-7586 -or- Toll Free (800) 348-0868

Fax: (260) 665-1339

www.vestilmfg.com e-mail: sales@vestil.com

AHA-KIT COME-ALONG KIT FOR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Receiving instructions: After delivery, IMMEDIATELY remove the packaging from the Hook-Base in a manner that preserves the packaging and maintains the orientation of the product in the packaging; then inspect the product closely to determine whether it sustained damage during transport. If damage is discovered during the

inspection, immediately

record a complete description of the damage on the bill of lading. If the

product is undamaged, discard the packaging.

NOTES

1) Compliance with laws, regulations, codes, and non-voluntary standards enforced in the location where the product is used is exclusively the responsibility of the owner/end-user.

2) VESTIL is not liable for any injury or property damage that occurs as a consequence of failing to apply either: a) Instructions in this manual; or b) information provided on labels affixed to the product.

Neither is Vestil responsible for any consequential damages sustained as a result of failing to exercise sound judgment while assembling, installing, using or maintaining this product.

Table of Contents

Hazard identification: explanation of signal words…………………………………………………………………… 2 Safety Guidelines……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2

Operation ………………………………………………………………………………..........................................3 - 4

Maintenance……………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 4 Limited warranty…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

rev. 1/10/2013 Come-along, manual

Hazard Identification--Explanation of SIGNAL WORDS

This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to indicate the likelihood of personal injuries, as well as the probable seriousness of those injuries, if the product is misused in the ways described. Other signal words call attention to uses of the product likely cause property damage.

The signal words used appear below along with the meaning of each word:

Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH or

SERIOUS INJURY. Use of this signal word is limited to the most extreme

Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH or

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or

Identifies practices likely to result in product/property damage, such as operation that

Each person who assembles, installs, uses, or maintains this product should read the entire manual in advance

and fully understand the directions. If after reading the manual you do not understand an instruction, ask your supervisor or employer for clarification, because failure to adhere to the directions in this manual might result in serious personal injury.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

Vestil diligently strives to identify foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products. However, material

handling is inherently dangerous and no manual can address every conceivable risk. The end-user ultimately is responsible for exercising sound judgment at all times.

situations.

SERIOUS INJURY.

MODERATE injury.

might damage the product.

Electrocution might result if any part of the crane, come-along kit, hoist or load contacts electrified wires.

Reduce the likelihood of electrocution by applying common sense:

 DO NOT contact electrified wires with any part of the crane, come-along, hoist or load;  DO NOT adjust the height of your crane in a location where contact with electrified wires will or is likely to occur.

If this product is used improperly or carelessly, the operator and/or bystanders might sustain serious

personal injuries. ALWAYS use the product properly:

 Failure to read and understand the entire manual before assembling, installing, using or servicing the product constitutes misuse. Read the manual to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance

procedures as necessary.  ONLY use the components of the come-along kit to adjust the height of AHA and AHS series gantry cranes. DO NOT use the kit as a hoist or winch.  ONLY use this kit to adjust the height of an unloaded crane. Disconnect all loads from the crane/hoist and either secure in a fixed position or remove the hoist before using the kit to adjust the height of your crane.  Inspect the come-along and the cable loops before each use. DO NOT use this device if the inspection reveals structural damage. Examples of structural damage include: 1) fraying, stretching, tearing, etc. of the cable loops; 2) corrosion, severe wear, or other condition that affects the function or the integrity of the come-along. Immediately tag out the come-along and replace each part that fails to pass an inspection. DO NOT use the product until it is fully restored to normal condition. ONLY use manufacturer-approved replacement parts.  DO NOT use the product if any unusual noise or movement is observed. If a malfunction occurs, remove the unit from service and notify your supervisor or maintenance personnel about the issue.  DO NOT use the come-along in place of the height adjustment pins. The come-along is a means ONLY for adjusting the height of your crane. Complete the height adjustment and reinsert the pins

 DO NOT remove or obscure any label. All product labels must be readable and undamaged.  DO NOT modify the any part of the come-along in any way UNLESS you first obtain written approval from Vestil.

Unauthorized modifications automatically void the limited warranty (see p. 5) and might make the come-along unsafe to use.

Proper use, maintenance, and storage are essential for this product to function properly.

o Always use this product in accordance with the instructions in this manual and consistent with any relevant training. o Store the come-along someplace where it will remain dry. o Periodically grease pivot points as needed to maintain smooth operation.

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